Plants for Human Health Institute

Program Type: 
Support Organization
Grade Level/Age Group: 
Kindergarten, Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Middle School, High School, College/University, Adults/Professionals, Other
Number of Individuals Program Serves: 
6,000
Year Founded: 
2008
About the Program: 

At North Carolina State University's Plants for Human Health Institute (PHHI) we are leading the discovery and delivery of innovative plant-based solutions to advance human health. PHHI includes faculty researchers and Extension personnel. School gardening is one focus area of the Extension program, STEM Education. Through our school garden resources and engagement, PHHI is equipping teachers to integrate curriculum standards in the edible classroom and improving community nutrition through fresh produce.

 

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